Synrad Firestar TI Series User manual

1 QSG ti-Series Laser Ver 2.5
ti-Series Laser Quick Start Guide
Caution Correct
Caution
Do not use any tting
or anything on the
side to lift the laser as
damage can occur.
Caution! Unpacking the wire harness incorrectly can lead to damage.
Keep All specially designed Foam Packaging and end-caps, you will need to re-use it
when re-packaging/moving your laser. Refer to this guide and the Technical Reference
chapters in the laser’s Operation Manual when re-packaging for shipping and/or reloca-
tion. Hint-if laser doesn’t re-seat into the foam easily, try ipping it around 180 degrees.
If you discover shipping damage, document the damage (photographically if possible), then immediately
notify the shipping carrier (responsible party) and SYNRAD. After unpacking, review the Inventory list in the
Intro section within the operators manual.
If you need a replacement box for packing and/or shipping your laser, contact us.
Caution! When re-packing the laser for relocation or shipment, nothing can be on the sides of the
laser at any time as damage will occur. There is only one way the laser ts into the foam! All components
must be stowed under the laser. Re-package the wire harness as shown in this guide. The wire harness
&/or ports can be damaged in shipping if not re-packaged as shown in this guide, the drawings, operation
manual, and/or resources located in our website.
Caution
Possible
Equipment
Damage
Mounting feet and/or rails are optional, for complete details, refer to the laser’s Operator’s Manual and
drawings and Mounting Quick Start Guide located on our website.
Important
Note:
See your Marking Head (If utilized) and the laser’s Operators Manual for complete installation details and
instructions.
Read all Danger, Warning, Caution terms, symbols, and instructions located in the (Laser
Safety Hazard information) sections in the Laser’s Operation Manual and in our Laser Safety/Compliance
101 on our website.
Laser Unpacking:

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1.1 Locate the wire harness in
side one of the foam end caps.
1.3 Drape the wire harness across
the top of the laser housing when
carrying.
2.0 Don’t forget the laser’s kit
at the bottom of your box!
1. Unseat the wiring by sliding the harness out of the notch, then down and out of the foam as shown.
2. Locate the shipping components for the at the bottom of the box under the laser.
1.2 Push the wire harness through the
notch in the foam.
Laser Unpacking (Continued):
Note: IF using the Flyer 3D marking head with your laser, review the following sections in this guide, also
see the Mounting & Flyer 3D Quick Start Guide and reference the Flyer 3D WMPv7 QSG located on
our website. Otherwise, see the note below.
Note: IF using the FH Flyer marking head with your laser, go to the Mounting & FH Flyer Quick Start Guide
and reference the FH Flyer & WMPv6 QSG located on our website.
Note: If water and/or air cooling is desired, please see the Cooling Quick Start Guide and Cooling 101
located on our website in addition to this guide.

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(H2O-Cooled ti80 Shown)
AVOID EXPOSURE
Invisible laser radiation
is emitted from
this aperture.
Mounting feet and/or rails are optional. See the laser & marking head’s Operation Manual,
Mounting Quick Start Guide, and drawings on our website: www.synrad.com for further infor-
mation.
Consult the factory for further mounting angle guidance outside >75% from the horizontal. When mounting
the laser to a baseplate, use only one metric or SAE fastener per mounting tab on the baseplate. Do not use
any type of jackscrew arrangement as this will twist the baseplate and may distort the tube.
SYNRAD does not recommend mounting lasers in a vertical, (head and/or tail down)
position. Please contact the factory for limitations as a vertical orientation increases the
risk of damage to the lasers optics.
Remove the
aperture seal.
Readying your Laser for use:
SYNRAD oers the UC-2000 controller for those who want simplicity. If you are using the UC-2000 to control
your laser, see the UC-2000 Quick Start Guide located on our website. Do not forget to perform the initial
startup procedure located at the end of this guide.
Caution
Possible equip-
ment damage
Failure to
remove can
damage the
laser!
3. Before mounting the laser, ensure the aperture seal is removed.
Note: SYNRAD oers the UC-2000 controller for those who want simplicity. If controlling your laser by our
UC-2000, also reference the associated quick start guide.

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Mounting (with out a SYNRAD Marking Head):
6. Choose your mounting type.
A. Mounting from below (UNC fastners only).
B. Mounting from above (ISO/UNC fastners).
B
A
ti80 shown.
4. The Mounting Hardware ( ) also has your particular laser model’s hardware per your
models features.
5. Tighten all three capscrews to a torque of 6 ft lb (8 Nm) maximum.
Note: IF not using a SYNRAD marking head OR mounting kit with your laser, see the following appli-
cable sections in this guide.

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1/4-20 UNC Marking Head & Laser
Mounting socket head capscrews
8-32 x 1/4” Marking Head Mounting
button head socket screws.
Path enclosure tube.
Laser & Marking head
Mounting hardware.
Mounting (With a SYNRAD Marking Had):
7. Locate the Mounting Hardware ( ) path enclosure tube, marking head & laser hard-
ware (varies per laser & kit ordered. Marking head mounting hardware ships with the head in a sepa
rate box and/or packaging depending on the package ordered.

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Guidelines for cutting and installing tubing
Cut tubing lengths generously to allow for trimming.
Cut tubing squarely, diagonal cuts may not seal properly. Trim away any burrs if the cut is “ragged”.
Avoid excessive stress on ttings by creating a gentle radius when bends in the tubing are close to
ttings. Bending tubing too sharply will compromise the sealing properties of the tting.
Never allow the tubing to kink, since kinking severely restricts coolant ow.
Push tubing completely into the tting, then pull the tubing to verify that it is locked into place.
Cooling ttings are designed to accept 12 mm polyethylene tubing.
If adaption is required, we recommend McMaster-Carr (P/N 51495K416).
Use distilled water as the coolant. If glycol is necessary, (temperatures below freez-
ing) add no more than 10% by volume. Use a corrosion inhibitor/algaecide such
as Optishield©. When filling your chiller, use at least 90% distilled or tap water by
volume. Biocides may contain chlorides that shall not exceed 25 PPM. See the tech-
nical reference chapter in the laser’s Operation Manual for the dew point table and
cooling specifications.
Overnighting cooling fittings may crack the cooling manifold, assure the max insertion depth is no more
than 6.6 mm (0.26 in) into the cooling manifold. Maintain coolant pH above 7. Operating the laser with a
coolant temperature below the dew point of the surrounding air may cause condensation to occur that
will damage the laser! The setpoint temperature MUST be maintained above the dew point temperature.
If tap water is utilized, chloride levels must be below 25 Parts Per Million (PPM). Water total hardness must
be below 100 PPM. If hardness is an issue, install a filter on the chiller’s return line and inspect regularly.
If tubing needs to be disconnected from a tting:
First push and hold the tubing slightly into the tting. Next push the white tting ring evenly to-
wards the tting, and then pull the tubing free.
After disconnecting tubing from a tting, trim 12.7 mm (0.5 in) from its end before reconnecting.
Trimming the end of the tubing before reconnecting provides an undisturbed sealing surface.
Push tubing completely into the tting. Test the tting by giving the newly installed tubing a slight
tug to verify that it is locked into place. Tubing extends into the tting approximately 22 mm
(0.875 in).
Note: Quick disconnect or compression type ttings can be utilized. These tubing adapters are avail-
able from many tubing and tting manufacturers. Do not use 1/2 inch size tubing of ttings
without appropriate adapters, doing so increases risk of coolant leaks.
Cooling Guidelines (Water Cooled Models Only):
Caution
Possible
Equipment
Damage
Daily inspections for signs of water damage due to condensation is highly recommended!

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When coolant temperature is lower than the dew point, the temperature at which moisture condens-
es out of the surrounding air, condensation forms inside the laser housing leading to failure of laser
electronics as well as damage to optical surfaces. Do not operate your laser in these conditions.
The greatest risk of condensation damage occurs when water-cooled lasers are run in a high heat/high
humidity environment and the chiller’s coolant temperature is colder than the dew point temperature of
the surrounding air or when the system is shut down, but coolant continues to ow through the laser for
extended periods of time. See the dew point table in the laser’s Technical Reference chapter located in the
Operation Manual.
The chiller’s temperature setpoint must always be set above the dew point temperature. In cases where
this is not possible within the specied coolant temperature range of 18 °C to 22 °C (64 °F to 72 °F), then the
following steps MUST be taken to reduce the risk of condensation damage.
A. Stop coolant ow when the laser is shut down.
B. Air-condition the room or the enclosure containing the laser.
C. Install a dehumidier to reduce the humidity of the enclosure containing the laser.
Cooling Connections:
Do not ow coolant through the laser for an extended period of time when the laser
is shutdown. This causes condensation to form inside the laser which may result in
catastrophic damage to internal optics and electronic circuits.
Inlet cooling water temperature must always be maintained above the dew point to
prevent condensation and water damage to your laser.
Choosing the correct coolant temperature and ttings are important to the proper operation and longevity
of your laser otherwise internal condensation and/or water damage will occur that could void your warranty!
Reference the dew point chart for temperatures and range of air temperature and relative humidity values
in the technical references chapter of the lasers Operation Manual.
Remember that the laser’s coolant temperature must be set above dew point temperatures.
Note: For further details, please see the Laser and Marking Head Operation Manuals. Also reference your Marking Head
Quick Start guide located on our website to complete initial setup.
Caution
Possible
Equipment
Damage

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6. Locate the Ship Kit ( ) Cooling quick-disconnect ttings and 1/2 inch polyethylene tubing. See your lasers
cooling interface in the gure below.
Caution
Possible
Equipment
Damage
Operating the laser with a coolant temperature below the dew point of the sur-
rounding air may cause condensation to occur that will damage the laser!
The setpoint temperature MUST be maintained above the dew point temperature. Use
distilled water as the coolant. If glycol is necessary, add no more than 10% by volume.
When filling your chiller, use at least 90% distilled or tap water by volume. If you must
use glycol, do not add more than 10% by volume. See the technical reference chapter in
the Series 48 Operation Manual for the dew point table and cooling specifications.
Cooling (Connued):
7. Set coolant temperature between 18–22 °C. See the Operation Manual for cooling specications, Main-
tenance/Troubleshooting and Technical Reference chapters for additional information on condensation
management.
Do not exceed coolant
pressure of 414 kPa (60
PSI)!
Assure coolant flow is within specifications
located in the Technical Reference chapter of the
Laser’s Operation Manual.
Refer to the dew point table and coolant flow
specifications in the aforementioned chapter in
the Operator’s Manual and gradually increase
coolant temperature until it is above the dew
point temperature and condensation disappears.
Do not exceed a coolant temperature of 30 °C (86
°F).
Important
Note:
If coolant ow needs adjusting:
Caution
Possible
Equipment
Damage
ti-100 shown
Water OUT to
chiller
Water IN from
chiller

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Things to know:
Our lasers incorporate the following wetted materials in the coolant path—nickel-plated brass, copper, Ace-
tal®, nitrile, Viton®, PBT, Delrin®, Polyethelene, and stainless steel.
Caution
Possible
Equipment
Damage
Do not exceed coolant pressure of 414 kPa (60 PSI)!
Avoid glycol-based additives because they reduce the coolant’s heat capacity and high
concentrations may aect power stability. If you must use glycol, do not add more than
10% by volume. See the Operation and/or Technical Reference sections in this Manual
for detailed information. Glycol is not necessary unless the chiller is subjected to freez-
ing temperatures.
Warning!
Serious Personal
Injury
A risk of exposure to toxic elements may result when certain optical or
beam delivery components are damaged. In the event of damage to
laser, marking head, or beam delivery optics, contact SYNRAD, or the
optics manufacturer for handling instructions.

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8. Connect the laser’s control BNC interface to the laser.
Optional QSP & BNC
CTRL
ti-100 shown
Control Connections:
Note: The Quick Start Plug is
not included with SA
models, but may be
ordered separately. See
the Operation Manual
if using a Quick Start
Plug.
Caution
Possible equipment
damage
All control connections to ti-Series lasers are made through the 15-pin User I/O
connector on the laser’s rear panel. The User I/O port receives power commands
from SYNRAD UC-2000 Universal Laser Controller, or F3D/ marking head, and also
serves as the connection point for auxiliary signals between the laser and any
parts handling, automation, or monitoring equipment.
Potential
hazard
Danger
The Quick Start Plug bypasses the laser’s safety interlock
function, potentially exposing personnel to hazardous
invisible laser radiation.
If substituting power supplies, use a well-regulated VDC power supply with no more than 3 V overshoot
under a 10–90% modulation load. The use of short leads and terminations rated for the appropriate out-
put current is recommended.
Refer to the product specications for the required voltage range in the Operation Manual.
Do not reverse polarity when connecting the DC Power cable between the DC power supply and your
laser.

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Electrical Connections:
9. Verify that input AC power to the DC power supply is physically locked out or disconnected.
10. Connect the Marking Head DC power VDC cable into the supply.
11. Connect the laser negative (black) and the positive (red)DC Power into the power supply.
DC
Power
10.1 The F3D Marking Head has it’s own
DC power connection source, sepa-
rate from the laser’s power source.
10.2 DC Power
Caution
Possible equipment
damage
If using the Flyer 3D Marking Head: A DC power supply capable of providing 48 VDC
at 26-43 A depending on laser model, refer to the specications within the laser’s and
Flyer 3D operation manual.
For the Flyer 3D and the ti-Series laser, SYNRAD recommends the PS-48 DC power
supply which provides a maximum of 50A at 48 VDC. AC input requirements for the
PS-48 supply are 180-264 VAC, single phase (1Ø), 9.4 A max (@208 VAC), 47-63 Hz.
Please refer to the corresponding power supply manual located on our website.
Do not reverse polarity when connecting the DC Power cable between the DC power supply and the
ti-Series laser and Flyer 3D. Damage to the power supply may occur!
Because AC input connections and requirements vary from facility to facility, customers must provide the
AC power cable or wiring.
If you are using a SYNRAD Marking Head with your laser, and have completed control connections, refer to
the Marking Heads Quick Start Guide.
If you are using the SYNRAD controller, see the UC-2000 Quick Start Guide.

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To PC
Ethernet
port
Should look something like this.
To F3D
DC Power
BNC Con-
nector
DB- 15
Connector
To Laser
DC Power
Control Connections (Continued):
Note: IF using a SYNRAD Flyer 3D Marking Head, should have something that looks like he gure below.

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If using a UC-2000 Universal Laser Controller, refer to the UC-2000 Laser Controller Quick Start
Guide and it’s Operator’s Manual for setup and operation instructions located on our website.
IF not, continue below and to the next section.
Note:
Note: IF not using a SYNRAD controller for your laser, AND your OEM laser is put into service the rst
time, OR it has been re-located and has not been used yet in its new location, functionality should
be veried. Go to the following sections in this guide.
Note: You circuit board provide a tickle signal and a pulse width modulated (PWM) Command signal to
the laser’s CTRL input connector. Refer to Controlling laser power in the Technical Reference chap-
ter in your laser’s Operation Manual for tickle and PWM Command signal/pinout descriptions.
When performing the initial start-up sequence, check that the factory-installed DB-9 jump-
er plug is installed. If not, you must provide the required Remote Interlock and Remote
Keyswitch signals to the DB-9 Connector. See the laser’s Operation Manual for DB-9 connec-
tions, pinouts and signal descriptions.
Important
Note:
The laser’s control board has a built-in tickle generator nor the applied PWM signals. If you are not using a
SYNRAD
®
UC-2000 Universal Laser Controller to operate the laser, see Controlling laser power’ in the laser’s
Operation Manual Technical Reference chapter for tickle signal descriptions.
Initial startup (Without a SYNRAD Controller):
Note: If you are using a SYNRAD Marking Head with your laser, and have completed control connections,
go to your Marking Head’s Quick Start Guide.
Initial startup:

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Initial Startup (Without a SYNRAD Controller Continued):
Optional Quick Start
Plug for the Laser.
Before your laser is put into service for the rst time, its functionality should be veried.
Follow this procedure if you are not utilizing the UC-2000 controller to verify the laser
system is operating at optimum performance. If you are using the UC-2000 controller,
see the UC-2000 controller Quick Start Guide located on our website.
Be sure to also reference the technical reference chapter of the laser’s specications.
When applying 48 VDC, but before operating the laser, see I/O connections in the Tech-
nical Reference chapter within the operation manual for pinouts and signal descrip-
tions.
Important
Note:
Warning!
Serious Personal
Injury
Always, use lockout/tagout for safety. Always wear safety goggles. Always
use shielded cable when connecting your PWM Command signal source to
PWM Positive/PWM Negative inputs.
In electrically-noisy environments, long lengths of unshielded wire act like
an antenna and may generate enough voltage to trigger uncommanded
lasing.
The Quick Start Plug (QSP not included with standard models )bypasses the laser’s safety interlock
function, potentially exposing personnel to hazardous invisible laser radiation.
The QSP may be ordered separately. See the Operation Manual if using a Quick Start Plug.
USER I/O
INT TMP RDYSHT LASE
Pin 8 Pin 1
Pin 15 Pin 9
ON
OFF

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Initial startup of your OEM laser:
Your OEM laser requires a DC power supply capable of providing 48 VDC at minimum: 18 A (ti-60), 22 A (ti-
80), 35 A (ti-100). To connect your laser to a 30 VDC power supply, perform the following steps:
Verify your laser power to ensure output is consistant with the rating of your particular model.
12. If the laser has a Diode Pointer installed, remove its aperture dust cover.
13. Ensure all personnel in the area are wearing protective eye-wear!
14. Assure the red self-adhesive aperture seal has been removed from the laser’s faceplate.
15. Verify that input power to the power supply is physically locked out and/or disconnected.
16. Place an appropriate beam block 61cm (24 in) from the laser aperture, in this case a power meter,
(such as SYNRAD® PW-250 Power Wizard®) to verify that output power is consistent with the power
rating for your particular model. Beam block prevents the beam from traveling beyond the work
area.
Warning!
Serious Personal
Injury
If using a marking head to control your laser’s beam, assure appropriate
beam control measures are in place e.g. (beam block) so that the beam
does not travel beyond the intended working area.
Note: If using water for cooling, see the laser’s Operation Manual for specications, review the
water cooling sections within this guide and the laser’s operation manual.
17. Ensure your controller is set to provide a 1 µs square wave tickle pulse at a frequency of 5 kHz during
any 200-µs measurement period where a PWM signal is not applied.
18. On lasers manufactured as OEM (-S) version lasers, i.e. without a Key switch, the Remote Interlock
function is bypassed internally; however, the Remote Keyswitch function on Pin 6 and Pin 7 provides
a similar functionality. See the following gure.